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A Romantic, Garden-Inspired Wedding at Calamigos Ranch in Malibu, California

Since they both worked in creative fields, Marisa Newacheck (31 and an artist) and Kyle Newacheck (31 and a director) wanted to make sure the visuals

Since they both worked in creative fields, Marisa Newacheck (31 and an artist) and Kyle Newacheck (31 and a director) wanted to make sure the visuals at their wedding lived up to the garden-inspired theme. And through a beautiful palette filled with pinks, whites and lavender—decorating everything from the flower arrangements to the wedding party attire—the outdoor nuptials did just that. "Our wedding planner, Kat Keane, introduced us to Calamigos Ranch in Malibu, California, and it was romantic, rustic and gorgeous," Marisa says. They got married on an elevated platform covered with ivy, positioned underneath a large oak tree with lights that dangled from its branches. Guests sipped on seasonal cocktails of lavender-infused lemonade spritzers and raspberry rumbles before the tented reception, where pastel-colored floral centerpieces decorated dining tables marked with gold and white polka-dot numbers. Our favorite spot was the gorgeously decorated sweetheart table that had an oversize white gardenia backdrop, with various white candles, cherry blossom trees and an abundance of petals surrounding the romantic setup. See more of the jaw-dropping details that made these nuptials so romantic, below.                 

The bridesmaids picked different dresses in a variety of soft colors and lengths. The gowns went perfectly with the palette of whites, pinks and lavender.
Marisa's nude-colored shoes shimmed with sparkles, designed by Betsey Johnson. The high heels added a glamorous touch to the classic vintage wedding dress accented in lace.
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Since the nuptials had a garden-inspired theme, the bridal bouquet ended up being nothing short of beautiful. The round pastel-colored arrangement had roses, ranunculus, peonies and veronica mixed with lush green leaves.
The boutonnieres worn by Kyle and his groomsmen all incorporated silver brunia and dusty miller into the natural-looking mix. Kyle's arrangement stood out with berries incorporated into the arrangement, adding a pop of color to his boutonniere.
Marisa picked out a beautiful Marisa Bridals dress accented with a lace overlay. The strapless gown with the sweetheart neckline embodied the classic vintage vibe that Marisa had hoped for.
Marisa and Kyle stood in a line with their wedding party outside at Calamigos Ranch in Malibu, California, with the Ferris wheel on the property right behind them. The bridesmaids wore a variety of dresses in different styles, colors and lengths, while the groomsmen matched Kyle and wore black Tom Ford tuxedos paired with bow ties.
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The young flower girl dressed in a white knee-length dress and a silver belt stood with Marisa and the rest of the bridesmaids. The ladies wore dresses in different styles, lengths and hues, creating a collection of pastels that matched the day's romantic vibe.
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At the ceremony, white folding chairs that lined the aisle had overflowing flower arrangements filled with roses, eucalyptus and leafy greens—contributing to the overall garden-inspired theme of the day.
What better way to hold a cocktail hour than with seasonal signature cocktails? Since the wedding took place in the spring, guests chose from infused lemonade spritzers, raspberry rumbles and champagne.
Marisa and Kyle got married outside Calamigos Ranch in Malibu, California, where they stood under a grand 100-year-old oak tree. An elevated platform with the front covered in green ivy allowed all friends and family to have a great view of the ceremony, no matter where they sat.
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"My husband wore Tom Ford from head to toe, and you can never go wrong with a suit by Mr. Ford," Marisa says. "He looked so dapper and handsome." And so he did, rocking the aisle like a runway while wearing his black suit and bow tie.
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Marisa had ivory and pink roses pinned into her long wavy hairstyle, elegantly draping over the top of her ivory Marisa Bridals dress. Marisa held a romantic arrangement of ranunculus, roses, peonies and veronica.
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Dining tables covered in white linens had white table numbers decorated with gold polka dots, guiding guests to their seats! Lush arrangements of pastel-colored blooms accented the middle of the table for all to admire.
Marisa and Kyle sat at their sweetheart table draped with a lush garland, filled with romantic blooms and greenery. Pink cherry blossom petals surrounded the table, positioned in front of a large gardenia wall decoration on a trimmed hedge backdrop.
Despite the other small goodies served throughout the day, nothing compared with the five-tier naked cake dusted with white and accented with fresh blooms. The entire dessert stood on top of a simple white stand.
The cherry blossom trees had the floors entirely covered in its pink petals, decorating the area around the sweetheart table. Candles in glass cylinder vases that ranged in height added a romantic ambience, also scattered on the ground.
Kat Keane Weddings and Events decked out the reception tent in romantic details—from the cherry blossoms with petals scattered around the ground, to white-covered dining tables decorated with pastel flower arrangements.
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As Marisa and Kyle took their first dance at the reception, her long, wavy hair flowed with the movements. Ivory and pink roses accented the sides of her beautiful hairstyle, incorporating the garden-inspired theme into her own look.
Friends and family gathered outside to send off Marisa and Kyle after the reception—with a colorful confetti toss, of course.